Average Public relations and communications directors Salary in Chelmsford
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Chelmsford compares
In 2025, public relations and communications directorss working in the East took home a median salary of £60,131 — that's 16.5% below the national average of £72,020. Factor in the East's cost of living (2.7% below the UK norm) and a £60,131 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £61,800. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Chelmsford is £32,010, so public relations and communications directorss sit 87.9% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £60,131 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £61,800 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average.
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Public relations and communications directors salary in areas near Chelmsford
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average public relations and communications directors salary in Chelmsford?
The median public relations and communications directors salary in the East (which includes Chelmsford) is £60,131 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does public relations and communications directors pay in Chelmsford compare to the UK average?
Public relations and communications directors in the East earn 16.5% below the national median of £72,020. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is public relations and communications directors a well-paid job in Chelmsford compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Chelmsford is £32,010. Public relations and communications directors in the East earn £60,131, which is 87.9% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for public relations and communications directorss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Chelmsford. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.